Career and Study Options
Where can geography take you?
A geography degree can take you many places.
Even if you're not pursuing a geography degree, the interdisciplinary nature of geography will complement any courses you find at Douglas or elsewhere.
Some people take geography classes as prerequisites for special programs such as:
- Associate of Arts Degree
- Associate of Science Degree
- Future Teachers
- Sport Science
- Lab Science credit
Find out what courses you need to pursue a Geography degree at SFU, UBC, UNBC, UFV or UVIC. For specific course transfer details, see the BC Transfer Guide.
Careers and Job Opportunities
- Check out these videos to see the many career opportunities that exist!
Going Places with Geography - Part 1 (Royal Geographical Society)
Going Places with Geography - Part 2 (Royal Geographical Society)
- Here are just a few potential careers in geography!
| Environmental Consultant | Transportation Analyst | GIS Specialist |
| Meteorologist | Geotechnical Scientist | Real Estate Specialist |
| Earth Scientist | Traffic Manager | Land Use Analyst |
| Eco-Tourism Industry | City Planner | Resource Manager |
| Surveyor | Park Planner | Soil Scientist |
| Urban Developer | Policy Analyst | K - 12 Teacher |
| Health Services Planner | Hydrologist | College / University Professor |
- Discover current job opportunities and scholarships!

